multi-disc blu-ray players?

[glimfeather]

Hello all. I am wondering if there are any multi-disc blu-ray players? I have a friend who would like to get into blu-ray, but wants a multi-disc player. Any help you can give would be much appreciated

[JohnAV]

Originally Posted by glimfeather

Hello all. I am wondering if there are any multi-disc blu-ray players? I have a friend who would like to get into blu-ray, but wants a multi-disc player. Any help you can give would be much appreciated

The marketplace died against them, you can get a used one, thats about all. Last multi-disc Sony models were from 2009 year.

[slimdude]

Blu-ray changers are not worth the money! It only takes a couple of seconds to change the disc on a single disc blu-ray player. Blu-ray changers are big, bulky, and most of all they are expensive. they're not cheap! Brand new BD changers ranges from $2,500.00 and up, and used BD changers start at $1,700.00. Here are couple of examples from Amazon:


http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BDP-CX960...ti+disc+player


http://www.amazon.com/Sony-BDP-CX700...ti+disc+player

[donzo29]

I used to own Sony's 400 disc DVD changer. It lasted about 5 years and then crapped out. I think we paid about $500.00 for the thing but my wife loved it because it got all of my DVD cases out of the living room and into a closet. We spent about 100 bucks trying to fix the thing but it was a goner. We could have sent it to Sony to fix but by that time my Blu-ray collection was growing and the DVD collection was shrinking so we let it rest in peace. I thought about getting a blu-ray changer back then. Sony was still making them and they were around 800 for the least expensive one. I think it was just a short time after that Sony quit making them. That is why there are so expensive now. I won't sink that kind of money on another one. The DVD changer was great while it worked but it took hours to get all the discs loaded and labled correctly. Once that was done it was very nice to be able to pick a movie and turn it on without having to actually get up, walk over to the shelf, open a case, push a button, put in the disc and push the button again. (exhasting right?) Is it worth the kind of money they are asking now? I think not. 2000 bucks will buy a whole lotta shelves.

[AmishParadise]

Sony's high capacity DVD and Blu-ray changers are great for those of us with larger collections who don't want to line the walls of our homes with DVD's and Blu-ray's and who would also like to automate the process of selecting and initiating playback of a given disc.

My DVD collection has been housed in Sony DVP-CX985V DVD changers for 10 years now never taking up more room than a standard A/V cart. See below. Started out with just 3 DVD changers initially, then adding additional ones as my collection grew, none of which I paid more than $400 for. Quite a small footprint for 2,400 DVD's, my DVD collection weighing in presently at 2,179 discs. Basically only purchase certain TV shows on DVD each year at this point, so those last 221 slots should last me for a few years.



From day one I've also been using an activity I created for my Pronto remote called "DVD Juke" which allows for browsing my DVD collection by cover image via any one of 24 genres/categories, then initiating playback (predetermined sequence of IR codes to load the particular changer slot) and controlling the particular changer. Provide a short walk through of my "DVD Juke" activity here for those interested in checking it out which I now use with my Blu-ray collection as well though with my Blu-ray collection I can alternatively use MyMovies for WMC 7 which runs on my HTPC.

So naturally having used Sony DVD changers for many years I was one of those waiting for Sony to come out with a Blu-ray changer. Only started collecting Blu-ray's a few years ago as I intentionally waited until Sony offered a Blu-ray changer. I initially purchased a single Sony BDP-CX960 Blu-ray changer which doesn't allow for direct disc section aside from using the built-in Sony XMB interface. Sadly selecting a given changer slot using a predetermined sequence of IR codes is not possible with Sony's Blu-ray changers as it is with their DVD changers. At the time the Sony BDP-CX7000ES was too expensive for me which does offer direct disc selection via RS-232 or IP, a requirement if I wanted to be able to use my "DVD Juke" activity or the MyMovies for WMC7 solution with my Blu-ray collection. Figured by the time I filled my 960 to capacity I would be able to spring for several used 7000's and sell my 960. By the time I filled my 960 to capacity however, Sony had decided to discontinue the Blu-ray changers. Perfect timing as it turned out though as I managed to purchase 6 Sony BDP-CX7000ES's for $400 each on closeout from my local Sony Style store. See below. More pics available in my Home Theater Gallery here.



Will probably be another month or so at the rate I'm purchasing Blu-ray titles before my second Blu-ray changer is filled to capacity. Expect that the additional 4 changers will last me for the remainder of this decade so I'm set. Does really bum me out though that Sony doesn't make these anymore per others who would like to purchase them. At least I'm actually using mine and not trying to sell them for 5-10 times what I paid for them not that there's anything wrong with that. :-P

[slimdude]

Originally Posted by AmishParadise

Sony's high capacity DVD and Blu-ray changers are great for those of us with larger collections who don't want to line the walls of our homes with DVD's and Blu-ray's and who would also like to automate the process of selecting and initiating playback of a given disc.

My DVD collection has been housed in Sony BDP-CX985V DVD changers for 10 years now never taking up more room than a standard A/V cart. See below. Started out with just 3 DVD changers initially, then adding additional ones as my collection grew, none of which I paid more than $400 for. Quite a small footprint for 2,400 DVD's, my DVD collection weighing in presently at 2,179 discs. Basically only purchase certain TV shows on DVD each year at this point, so those last 221 slots should last me for a few years. You may disagree with my statement, but logically it's the truth!



From day one I've also been using an activity I created for my Pronto remote called "DVD Juke" which allows for browsing my DVD collection by cover image via any one of 24 genres/categories, then initiating playback (predetermined sequence of IR codes to load the particular changer slot) and controlling the particular changer. Provide a short walk through of my "DVD Juke" activity here for those interested in checking it out which I now use with my Blu-ray collection as well though with my Blu-ray collection I can alternatively use MyMovies for WMC 7 which runs on my HTPC.

So naturally having used Sony DVD changers for many years I was one of those waiting for Sony to come out with a Blu-ray changer. Only started collecting Blu-ray's a few years ago as I intentionally waited until Sony offered a Blu-ray changer. I initially purchased a single Sony BDP-CX960 Blu-ray changer which doesn't allow for direct disc section aside from using the built-in Sony XMB interface. Sadly selecting a given changer slot using a predetermined sequence of IR codes is not possible with Sony's Blu-ray changers as it is with their DVD changers. At the time the Sony BDP-CX7000ES was too expensive for me which does offer direct disc selection via RS-232 or IP, a requirement if I wanted to be able to use my "DVD Juke" activity or the MyMovies for WMC7 solution with my Blu-ray collection. Figured by the time I filled my 960 to capacity I would be able to spring for several used 7000's and sell my 960. By the time I filled my 960 to capacity however, Sony had decided to discontinue the Blu-ray changers. Perfect timing as it turned out though as I managed to purchase 6 Sony BDP-CX7000ES's for $400 each on closeout from my local Sony Style store. See below. More pics available in my Home Theater Gallery here.



Will probably be another month or so at the rate I'm purchasing Blu-ray titles before my second Blu-ray changer is filled to capacity. Expect that the additional 4 changers will last me for the remainder of this decade so I'm set. Does really bum me out though that Sony doesn't make these anymore per others who would like to purchase them. At least I'm actually using mine and not trying to sell them for 5-10 times what I paid for them not that there's anything wrong with that. :-P

Well ain't we swank! There is no way in Hell, I would trust putting all of my blu-rays into a machine, when it's likely to be subjected to mechanical malfunctions, then all of your blu-rays will be locked inside, and can't be retrieved. So what did you do with all the cases, that you also have paid for - throw them away? If you've stored the cases, then you might as well store the discs, along with the cases too. And besides, you can only use one changer at a time. Unless you're watching blu-ray movies 24/7, having 6 blu-ray changers is totally useless, and a waste of money.

[Abominus]

Originally Posted by AmishParadise

From day one I've also been using an activity I created for my Pronto remote called "DVD Juke" which allows for browsing my DVD collection by cover image via any one of 24 genres/categories, then initiating playback (predetermined sequence of IR codes to load the particular changer slot) and controlling the particular changer.

I have a Pronto TSU-7000 remote and I have a similar set-up for my DVD and CD changers as well. Pronto has some of the most versatile remotes ever made. I use mine to control over 20 components (that includes 3 Sony Bravia TVs using the same IR codes that I operate independently on 3 diferrent RF channels, and a Sony VPL-VW95ES projector). There's no way that I could operate my system without it. Harmony remotes don't even come close to what Prontos can do. I wish that they would start making them again.

Originally Posted by AmishParadise

I initially purchased a single Sony BDP-CX960 Blu-ray changer which doesn't allow for direct disc section aside from using the built-in Sony XMB interface. Sadly selecting a given changer slot using a predetermined sequence of IR codes is not possible with Sony's Blu-ray changers as it is with their DVD changers. At the time the Sony BDP-CX7000ES was too expensive for me which does offer direct disc selection via RS-232 or IP, a requirement if I wanted to be able to use my "DVD Juke" activity or the MyMovies for WMC7 solution with my Blu-ray collection. Figured by the time I filled my 960 to capacity I would be able to spring for several used 7000's and sell my 960. By the time I filled my 960 to capacity however, Sony had decided to discontinue the Blu-ray changers. Perfect timing as it turned out though as I managed to purchase 6 Sony BDP-CX7000ES's for $400 each on closeout from my local Sony Style store.

I own both the BDP-CX960 and the BDP-CX7000ES. I select disc by using the XMB interface on both changers and I'm fine with that. Each player has different genres in it so I know where to look for a certain movie title. I was curious to know if you've sold your BDP-CX960? If not, is it integrated with your BDP-CX7000ES changers? Also, have you found a way for direct disc access on the BDP-CX960 other than the XMB interface? I know that it isn't capable but it doesn't hurt to ask.

[Abominus]

For me, it started with a Sony 200 disc CD changer. I loved the fact that I could change a disc without leaving the comfort of my chair. I then bought 2 Sony 400 Disc changers. From there, I added a Sony 300 disc DVD changer and eventually bought 2 Sony 400 disc blu-ray changers. My changers are some of the best investments I've made to my Home Theater. Removing my changers would be like taking my TV remote away (Remember having to get up to change channels), or not having a cellphone. I guess that sometimes a person has to experience things to appreciate them. I LOVE my changers and I hope that Sony or Oppo would make a Ultra HD blu-ray changer.

[slimdude]

Originally Posted by Abominus

For me, it started with a Sony 200 disc CD changer. I loved the fact that I could change a disc without leaving the comfort of my chair. I then bought 2 Sony 400 Disc changers. From there, I added a Sony 300 disc DVD changer and eventually bought 2 Sony 400 disc blu-ray changers. My changers are some of the best investments I've made to my Home Theater. Removing my changers would be like taking my TV remote away (Remember having to get up to change channels), or not having a cellphone. I guess that sometimes a person has to experience things to appreciate them. I LOVE my changers and I hope that Sony or Oppo would make a Ultra HD blu-ray changer.

With movies being 2 1/2 to 3 hours long or more, the viewer wouldn't have to change the disc that often, to justify having a blu-ray changer. Eventually the viewer is going to feel the need to get up anyway to stretch, and go to the bathroom, get a snack and what have you. Nobody can sit for 6 hours straight through, it's implausible. When nature calls, you will have to get up! Besides It'll only take a couple of seconds to change a disc... If blu-ray changers were on the market, I doubt very much if they would sell because, there is not a great demand for them.

[Eny-]

Originally Posted by slimdude

With movies being 2 1/2 to 3 hours long or more, the viewer wouldn't have to change the disc that often, to justify having a blu-ray changer. Eventually the viewer is going to feel the need to get up anyway to stretch, and go to the bathroom, get a snack and what have you. Nobody can sit for 6 hours straight through, it's implausible. When nature calls, you will have to get up! Besides It'll only take a couple of seconds to change a disc... If blu-ray changers were on the market, I doubt very much if they would sell because, there is not a great demand for them.

I'm sure he is not talking about changing a disc between movies but rather have a storage unit which can be fully accessed any time, just like a media center. I wouldn't mind this TBH.

[Abominus]

Originally Posted by slimdude

With movies being 2 1/2 to 3 hours long or more, the viewer wouldn't have to change the disc that often, to justify having a blu-ray changer. Eventually the viewer is going to feel the need to get up anyway to stretch, and go to the bathroom, get a snack and what have you. Nobody can sit for 6 hours straight through, it's implausible. When nature calls, you will have to get up! Besides It'll only take a couple of seconds to change a disc... If blu-ray changers were on the market, I doubt very much if they would sell because, there is not a great demand for them.

Here are just a few reasons I love my disc changers. 1, storage and easy access. 2, less handling of the disc. Example, I love my Bruce Lee: The Legacy Collection Blu-ray box set but the disc came packed very, very tight in the sleeves of the book. Every time a disc is removed, you run the risk of scratching it, especially DVDs. Also, less handling means less opportunity for accidents to occur, drops, finger prints, etc... 3, I watch concerts. I often switch between performances based on what mood I'm in. Within an hour, I may view multiple disc by different artist or I may just watch certain scenes from a movie franchise. Example, the V/H/S franchise as a whole isn't that good but there are chapters from each disc that I enjoy and will show guest when they are visiting.

The point is, these changers may not be for you but they work for me. I drive a Camaro but I would never tell a person that it's pointless to buy a Lamborghini. If you can afford it, why not buy it and enjoy it? This is a hobby and these are the toys we play with. Two of my toys just happens to be Sony blu-ray changers. I only get one shot at this thing called life and I'm gonna live it to its fullest.

Originally Posted by slimdude

Generally people are suppose to take their CDs out of of any CD Player because it's strongly recommended by the manufacturers, because leaving discs inside of a player will eventually cause the machine to malfunction. Whenever you buy new A/V equipment, you want to take care of it.

These changers are made to play disc and STORE them as well. The owners manual states this. I've had some of my changers for over 15 years and I take great care of my A/V equipment. All of my changers still work flawlessly and none of my disc have ever been damaged.

[AmishParadise]

Originally Posted by Abominus

For me, it started with a Sony 200 disc CD changer. I loved the fact that I could change a disc without leaving the comfort of my chair. I then bought 2 Sony 400 Disc changers. From there, I added a Sony 300 disc DVD changer and eventually bought 2 Sony 400 disc blu-ray changers. My changers are some of the best investments I've made to my Home Theater. Removing my changers would be like taking my TV remote away (Remember having to get up to change channels), or not having a cellphone. I guess that sometimes a person has to experience things to appreciate them. I LOVE my changers and I hope that Sony or Oppo would make a Ultra HD blu-ray changer.

Thanks for sharing and I concur. A high capacity UHD Blu-ray changer would be awesome. My 400-disc Sony changers are still going strong and I don't miss for a moment having my home lined wall to wall with DVD's and Blu-ray's, my collection presently weighing in at just under 4,000 discs. The changers are simply a storage medium that also happens to be able to play the discs as well. Love it.

Breaking things down, my current disc count is 2,226 DVD's and 1,768 Blu-ray's. Still have 174 slots available in my 6th DVD changer and 632 slots left across my 5th and 6th Blu-ray changers which will easily last me for several more years, possibly into the next decade. My bank of Blu-ray changers can be expanded to 8 changers total without any additional hardware needed per my 8 port HDMI, RS-232 and IR switches, so come the day my 6th changer is filled to capacity I'm all set. Already have a 7th Blu-ray changer waiting in the wings should that day ever come and regularly monitor EBay in the event an additional 7000ES can be had on the cheap.

[ZoetMB]

Originally Posted by glimfeather

Hello all. I am wondering if there are any multi-disc blu-ray players? I have a friend who would like to get into blu-ray, but wants a multi-disc player. Any help you can give would be much appreciated

What's the point (unless one is disabled)? Is it so hard to change a disc once every two hours? How many movies do people watch in the same day? And if one is a collector, before too long, the collection would be larger than what the changer could hold anyway (unless it holds 500 discs).

[glimfeather]

Originally Posted by ZoetMB

What's the point (unless one is disabled)? Is it so hard to change a disc once every two hours? How many movies do people watch in the same day? And if one is a collector, before too long, the collection would be larger than what the changer could hold anyway (unless it holds 500 discs).

Yes, actually, she has multiple health issues, and it's not as simple for her to get up and change a disc as it is for you(I assume) or me. That's not even the reason why she wanted it, though. She likes to get seasons of tv shows, and likes to watch a couple episodes of one show, then a couple episodes of another before coming back to the first one, etc., and she thought it would be convenient to have a multi-disc player, like a five disc player or something. Actually, she has a huge dvd library, like 3,500 or so, and if she got into blu-ray, she would probably buy everything from this point forward on blu and soon have a sizeable blu-ray collection too, so a 500 disc changer would be very handy. So, yeah, she has her reasons for wanting a multi-disc player.

Why come into a thread and post something totally unhelpful(unless one has a need to belittle perfect strangers)? Seriously.

Have you ever used a multi-disc player before? Perhaps not, or you would know how handy they are. Just because someone wants a feature you don't care for, that doesn't make that feature worthless. Someone living in Arizona might not understand why anyone would want heated seats in their car, but someone living in Minnesota in the winter would Different situations, different needs.

Thanks for all the helpful posts, especially AmishParadise. You clearly have this multi-disc changer organization thing down, and I wish I could utilize your expertise. Maybe Sony will make more multi-disc changers again somewhere down the line.

[Axolotl]

What I haven't seen in these posts is the idea that a multi disc changer can be very handy when viewing movies and TV shows that come on multiple discs! How about movies that come in a two pack?

What if you aren't feeling well and want to run a marathon of Poirot? It would be great to stick five discs in and watch all day. Marathon watching is very popular on streaming channels so why not on a home player?

I don't understand why five disc CD players are common yet a five disc DVD or BluRay player is not available. Certainly the technology is easy to replicate for video and I'm sure such a setup would sell and not be very expensive.

I grew up in a time before remote control TVs, it isn't laziness that makes one like remote control, and it isn't laziness that makes me desire a multidisc changer. I have a huge collection of movies and if I were able to put in five discs then I could take my pick of what to see for the next few days. Doesn't seem like a lot to ask for.

Thank you.

[chip75]

When the design of players as AV separate became less popular a few years back (as players started to be designed to be displayed not hidden) along with the boob of streaming services, they went out of favour with manufacturers.

You can still buy older models, I think there are a couple of 200 disc units still knocking around.

[ultlife2013]

That is an awesome setup AmishParadise. I would like that kind of setup as well, since it saves you so much space and looks really clean and neat in your home. Very cool.

[AmishParadise]

Originally Posted by ultlife2013

That is an awesome setup AmishParadise. I would like that kind of setup as well, since it saves you so much space and looks really clean and neat in your home. Very cool.

Thanks. Nice of you to say.

[romeroland]

Wow great setup, I own the DVD changer and I love it. I did see the Bluray changer but at the time I was low on funds and could not buy it ($350 at Sony Outlet!!!!) I do like to display my cases on a shelf for easy access and full view of my movies, but i also have an excel sheet with all of the info (director,actors,year, etc) which I can use to search for specific things.